Hopewell El Sch vs Independence El Sch
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Pennsylvania, United States, 5.4 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Hopewell El Sch
Aliquippa · Public elementary · Grades K–4
323 students
Independence El Sch
Aliquippa · Public elementary · Grades K–4
228 students
| Measure | Hopewell El Sch Aliquippa, Pennsylvania | Independence El Sch Aliquippa, Pennsylvania |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 70 Top 25% | 71 Top 25% |
| State rank | #560 of 1,627 | #537 of 1,627 |
| National rank | #11238 of 50,301 | #10661 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades K–4 | Grades K–4 |
| Students | 323 | 228 |
| Enrollment | 323 | 228 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 39.6% | 49.6% |
| Students per teacher | 15.4 | 14.3 |
| Reading proficiency | 72% | 77% |
| Math proficiency | 57% | 57% |
| city | Aliquippa | Aliquippa |
| state | Pennsylvania | Pennsylvania |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (70.1 vs 70.9).
- •Independence El Sch does better on reading proficiency (77% vs 72%).
- •Hopewell El Sch does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (39.6% vs 49.6%).
- •Independence El Sch does better on students per teacher (14.3 vs 15.4).
- •Hopewell El Sch is the larger school with 323 students compared with 228.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Hopewell El Sch better than Independence El Sch?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Hopewell El Sch and Independence El Sch?
About 5.4 km in a straight line, between Aliquippa and Aliquippa in Pennsylvania.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Hopewell El Sch: 323. Independence El Sch: 228. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Hopewell El Sch and Independence El Sch rank in Pennsylvania?
Hopewell El Sch is 560th of 1,627 and Independence El Sch is 537th of 1,627 among elementary schools in Pennsylvania on the 2025 Success Index (US).